Pokémon makes its first US appearance at Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles.

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September 1998

Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue

Players get their first chance to explore the Kanto region when Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue are released for Game Boy on September 28.

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Until recently, TCPi commonly incorrectly stated that the games were released in the United States on September 30, 1998.

September 1998

Pokémon Animation

The Pokémon animated TV series is introduced on September 5 in North America with the episode "Pokémon—I Choose You!" Within a month of its debut, over 1.5 million viewers are tuning in on Saturday mornings to watch.

Pokémon Pikachu, a pocket virtual pet, is released. It features a built-in pedometer, encouraging players to get up and move.

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January 1999

The Pokémon Trading Card Game

Fans discover a new way to play with their favorite Pokémon when the Pokémon Trading Card Game debuts with the launch of the Base Set.

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April 1999

Super Smash Bros.

Super Smash Bros. is released for Nintendo 64 on April 26 with Pikachu, Mewtwo, and Jigglypuff as playable characters.Super Smash Bros. is released for Nintendo 64 on April 26 with Pikachu and Jigglypuff as playable characters.

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Previously incorrectly stated that Mewtwo is a playable character in the original Super Smash Bros.

June 1999

Pokémon Pinball

Pokémon Pinball is released for Game Boy Color on June 28.

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June 1999

Pokémon TCG: Jungle

Jungle is the first expansion released for the Pokémon TCG.

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June 1999

Pokémon Snap

Pokémon Snap lets players go on a photography safari for wild Pokémon when it is released for Nintendo 64 on June 30.

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September 1999

Pokémon Season Two

Pokémon: Adventures in the Orange Islands, the second season of Pokémon animation, airs on the WB network.

Pokémon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition, along with a limited-edition Pokémon Game Boy Color, is released on October 1.

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Pokémon Yellow was actually released in the United States on October 18, 1998. This same error occurs on Pokémon.com.States that Pokémon Yellow is a Game Boy Color game, which while true on a technical level, the game was originally promoted as a Game Boy game due to its backwards compatibility.

The first Pokémon video games are released in Europe: Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue. PEGI - 12

Europe

The European release date of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue is unknown, with the two possible dates being June 10, 1999 and October 5, 1999 (so this is likely using the latter). Oddly, Pokémon.com uses the former date.The European versions state that the games are PEGI 12 (or USK 0 for Germany), which is the rating for the Virtual Console release (PEGI and USK did not exist when the original games were released).The UK version uses the US box art; the German version uses the original German box art; all other European versions avoid using box art.

October 1999

Pokémon Animation

The Pokémon animated TV series is introduced in the United Kingdom with the episode "Pokémon—I Choose You!"

The Pokémon 2000 Stadium Tour visits 20 cities across the United States.

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The Pokémon 2000 Stadium Tour also visited Canada.

February 2000

Pokémon Stadium

Players are treated to Pokémon in 3D for the first time when Pokémon Stadium is released for Nintendo 64 on February 29.

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February 2000

El Juego de Cartas Coleccionables Pokémon

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Uses English card images.

February 2000

Jungle de JCC Pokémon

Spain

Uses English card images.

April 2000

Pokémon Yellow

Pokémon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition, along with a limited-edition Pokémon Game Boy Color, is released. PEGI 12

Europe

Pokémon.com and Nintendo UK state that Pokémon Yellow was released in Europe on June 16, 2000.States that Pokémon Yellow is a Game Boy Color game, which while true on a technical level, the game was originally promoted as a Game Boy game due to its backwards compatibility.The European versions state that the games are PEGI 12 (or USK 0 for Germany), which is the rating for the Virtual Console release (PEGI and USK did not exist when the original games were released).The UK version uses the US box art; the German version uses the original German box art; all other European versions avoid using box art.

April 2000

Pokémon Trading Card Game

Pokémon Trading Card Game is released for Game Boy Color on April 10, giving players a chance to play the card game against virtual opponents.

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April 2000

Pokémon TCG: Team Rocket

The Pokémon TCG: Team Rocket expansion is released. It is the first set to include Dark Pokémon, with Dark Raichu as the first-ever secret card.

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July 2000

Pokémon the Movie 2000

The Legendary Pokémon Lugia makes its first appearance when Pokémon the Movie 2000 debuts.

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Uses new poster (which did not exist at the time) rather than original poster.

Pokémon Stadium Champions from the United States, Australia, and Europe converge in Sydney, Australia, to compete in the three-day 2000 Pokémon World Championships. (The Pokémon World Championships events as we know them today wouldn't come along for a few more years.)

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September 2000

Pokémon Puzzle League

Pokémon Puzzle League mixes Pokémon characters and fast puzzle action when it is released for Nintendo N64 on September 25.

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September 2000

Pokémon Season Three

Ash and his friends venture into the Johto region when Pokémon: The Johto Journeys, the third season of the animated Pokémon TV series, airs on Kids' WB!

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Bulbapedia has the season starting in August (October for the home video season), so this is probably the wrong month.

September 2000

Pokémon Live!

Pokémon Live!, the first Pokémon stage show, kicks off a North American tour at the world-famous Radio City Music Hall in New York.

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October 2000

Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver

Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver lead players into the Johto region when they are released for Game Boy Color on October 15. The games also mark the introduction of two new types of Pokémon: Dark type and Steel type.

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November 2000

Hey You, Pikachu!

Hey You, Pikachu! is released for Nintendo 64 on November 6. It is the first Nintendo 64 game to use voice-recognition technology.

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December 2000

Pokémon Puzzle Challenge

The fast-paced fun of Pokémon Puzzle League goes mobile when Pokémon Puzzle Challenge is released for Game Boy Color on December 4.

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December 2000

Pokémon TCG: Neo Genesis

The Pokémon TCG: Neo Genesis expansion is released, featuring Pokémon from the Johto region for the first time. This expansion also introduces Baby Pokémon and two new types, Darkness and Metal.

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March 2001

Pokémon Stadium 2

Pokémon Stadium 2 is released for Nintendo 64 on March 28.

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Pokémon Stadium 2 was actually released in the United States on March 26, 2001. This same error occurs on Pokémon.com.

April 2001

Pokémon 3 the Movie

Pokémon 3 the Movie, featuring the mysterious Unown, debuts on April 6.

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Uses new poster (which did not exist at the time) rather than original poster.

July 2001

Pokémon Crystal

Pokémon Crystal is released for Game Boy Color on July 29.

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September 2001

Pokémon Season Four

Pokémon: Johto League Champions, the fourth season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere.

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Bulbapedia has the season starting in August, so this is probably the wrong month.

Actually premiered on Kids' WB in January (at least according to Bulbapedia). Was released on home video in the United States in February, however.

March 2005

Pokémon Dash

Pokémon Dash is the first Pokémon game to be released for Nintendo DS when it launches on March 13.

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May 2005

Pokémon Emerald

Pokémon Emerald is released for Game Boy Advance on May 1. Players can visit the Battle Frontier for a whole new level of competition.

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August 2005

2005 Pokémon TCG World Championships

The Pokémon TCG World Championships are held in San Diego, CA. US players make a strong comeback, earning the title of Champion in every age division.

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September 2005

Pokémon Season Eight

Pokémon: Advanced Battle, the eighth season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere.

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October 2005

Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness

Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is released for Nintendo GameCube on October 3. Players return to Orre to encounter mysterious Shadow Pokémon.

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October 2005

Pokémon TCG: EX Delta Species

The Pokémon TCG: EX Delta Species expansion is released. This set introduced Delta Species Pokémon, plus Holon's Pokémon that could be used as Energy cards.

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February 2006

10 Years of Pokémon

A celebration of 10 years of Pokémon kicks off at the American International Toy Fair in New York City.

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February 2006

Journey Across America Mall Tour

Pokémon kicks off its Journey Across America Mall Tour on February 25 in Miami. Over the next several months, the tour visits 24 cities across America and ends in New York City with the Pokémon Video Game National Championships in August.

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March 2006

Pokémon Trozei

Pokémon Trozei is released for Nintendo DS on March 6.

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August 2006

First Pokémon Video Game National Championships

The first Pokémon Video Game National Championships are held on August 8 in New York City.

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August 2006

2006 Pokémon TCG World Championships

The Pokémon TCG World Championships are held in Anaheim, CA, on August 18. Senior Division player Miska Saari of Finland is the first World Champion from Europe.

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August 2006

Pokémon TCG: EX Crystal Guardians

The Pokémon TCG: EX Crystal Guardians expansion is released on August 30. Delta Species Pokémon-EX make their debut.

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September 2006

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team/ Red Rescue Team

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team / Red Rescue Team is released on September 18.

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September 2006

Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew

Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew, the eighth Pokémon movie, debuts on September 19.

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September 2006

Pokémon Season Nine

Pokémon: Battle Frontier, the ninth season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere on Cartoon Network.

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October 2006

Pokémon Ranger

Pokémon Ranger introduces a whole new way to capture Pokémon when it is released for Nintendo DS on October 30.

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April 2007

Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea

Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea, the ninth Pokémon movie, debuts on April 3.

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The movie actually debuted on Cartoon Network on March 23, 2007 (according to Bulbapedia), but it was released on home video on April 3.

April 2007

Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl

Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl launch for Nintendo DS on April 22, featuring over 100 newly discovered Pokémon across the Sinnoh region. The launch party is held at Nintendo World in New York City.

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May 2007

Pokémon TCG: Diamond and Pearl

The Pokémon TCG: Diamond and Pearl expansion is released on May 23, including Pokémon from the Sinnoh region for the first time.

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June 2007

Pokémon Season 10

Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl, the 10th season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere on Cartoon Network. Ash and Pikachu visit Sinnoh for the first time.

Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai, the 10th Pokémon movie, debuts on February 24.

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March 2008

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Super Smash Bros. Brawl is relased on March 9. Lucario joined Jigglypuff and Pikachu in the third installment of this popular series. Several Pokémon-styled stages were built as well.

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Typo "relased" on official site.

April 2008

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Darkness

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Darkness are released for Nintendo DS on April 20.

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April 2008

Pokémon Season 11

Pokémon: DP Battle Dimension, the 11th season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere on Cartoon Network.

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June 2008

My Pokémon Ranch

My Pokémon Ranch is released for Wii on June 9.

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August 2008

2008 Pokémon TCG World Championships

Masters Division player Jason Klaczynski becomes the first two-time Pokémon TCG World Champion.

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November 2008

Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia

Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia is released for Nintendo DS on November 10.

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November 2008

Pokémon TCG: Diamond and Pearl—Stormfront

The Pokémon TCG: Diamond and Pearl—Stormfront expansion is released and introduces Shiny Pokémon to the Diamond & Pearl Series.

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February 2009

Pokémon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior

Pokémon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior, the 11th Pokémon movie, debuts on February 13.

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February 2009

Pokémon TCG: Platinum

The Pokémon TCG: Platinum expansion is released on February 11. This expansion introduces Pokémon SP and the Lost Zone.

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February 2009

Pokémon Platinum

Pokémon Platinum is released for Nintendo DS on March 22.

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May 2009

Pokémon Season 12

Pokémon: DP Galactic Battles, the 12th season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere on Cartoon Network.

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June 2009

Pokémon Boutique in Times Square

A dedicated Pokémon boutique opens in Times Square's Toys"R"Us.

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August 2009

2009 Pokémon World Championships

The 2009 Pokémon World Championships are held in San Diego, CA, featuring a combined TCG and video game Worlds Championships for the first time. The first Pokémon Video Game World Champions come from the US and Japan.

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October 2009

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky is released for Nintendo DS on October 12.

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November 2009

Pokémon Rumble

Pokémon Rumble is released for Wii on November 16.

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November 2009

Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life

Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life, the 12th Pokémon movie, debuts on November 20.

Pokémon: DP Sinnoh League Victors, the 13th season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere.

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June 2010

2010 Pokémon World Championships

Canada gets its first World Champion when Jacob Lesage claims the Senior Division title in TCG. Yuka Furusawa of Japan becomes the first female World Champion, winning the TCG Junior Division. And Ray Rizzo begins his historic run, winning the first of three consecutive Pokémon Video Game World Championships.

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The 2010 Pokémon World Championships were held in August, not June.

October 2010

Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs

Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs is released for Nintendo DS on October 4.

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November 2010

PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure

PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure is released for Wii on November 1.

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November 2010

Pikachu on Parade

The Pikachu balloon makes its 10th annual appearance in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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February 2011

Pokémon—Zoroark: Master of Illusions

Pokémon—Zoroark: Master of Illusions, the 13th Pokémon movie, debuts on February 5.

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February 2011

Pokémon TCG: Call of Legends

The Pokémon TCG: Call of Legends expansion is released on February 9. This expansion included the Lost World Stadium card, which provided a new way to win the game.

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February 2011

Pokémon Season 14

Pokémon: Black & White, the 14th season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere on Cartoon Network.

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March 2011

Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version

Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version are released for Nintendo DS on March 6.

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March 2011

"Can't Stop (Catchin' 'Em All)"

Grammy-nominated alternative rock band The Presidents of the United States of America debuts "Can't Stop (Catchin' 'Em All)" at the Pokémon Black and Pokémon White video game launch event at the Nintendo World store in New York City on March 5.

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April 2011

Pokémon TCG: Black & White

The Pokémon TCG: Black & White expansion is released. This first expansion of the Black & White Series was comprised entirely of newly discovered Pokémon from the Unova region.

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April 2011

Pokémon Global Link

The Pokémon Global Link launches.

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Technically the Global Link launched in October 2010 (but for Japan only), although April 2011 was the date it launched internationally.

June 2011

Pokédex 3D

Pokédex 3D is released for Nintendo 3DS systems on June 7.

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Pokédex 3D was actually released in the United States on June 6. This same error occurs on Pokémon.com.

August 2011

Pokémon TCG: BW—Emerging Powers

The Pokémon TCG: BW—Emerging Powers expansion is released on August 31. The expansion contains 26 newly discovered Pokémon from the Unova region.

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August 2011

2011 Pokémon World Championships

Gustavo Wada of Brazil becomes the first South American World Champion when he wins the Pokémon TCG Junior Division. Pokémon TCG Senior Division player Christopher Kan is the first champion from Australia.

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August 2011

The Pokémon Trading Card Game Online

The Pokémon Trading Card Game Online launches for PC and Mac.

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October 2011

Pokémon Rumble Blast

Pokémon Rumble Blast is released for Nintendo 3DS.

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December 2011

Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom

Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom, one of the two versions of the 14th Pokémon movie, debuts on December 3.

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December 2011

Pokémon the Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram

Pokémon the Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram, one of the two versions of the 14th Pokémon movie, debuts on December 10.

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February 2012

Pokémon TCG: BW—Next Destinies

The Pokémon TCG: BW—Next Destinies expansion is released on February 6, marking the return of Pokémon-EX.

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February 2012

PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond

PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond is released for Wii on February 27.

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February 2012

Pokémon Season 15

Pokémon: BW Rival Destinies, the 15th season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere on Cartoon Network.

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June 2012

Pokémon Conquest

Pokémon Conquest is released for Nintendo DS on June 18, adding a tactical twist to the Pokémon video game legacy.

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August 2012

2012 Pokémon World Championships

American Ray Rizzo completes his historic run of three consecutive Pokémon Video Game World Championships. Igor Costa of Portugal claims the Pokémon TCG Masters Division title.

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity is released for Nintendo 3DS systems on March 24.

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August 2013

Pokémon Rumble U

Pokémon Rumble U is released for Wii U on August 29.

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August 2013

2013 Pokémon World Championships

Jason Klaczynski returns to the top to earn his third Pokémon TCG World Championship title, five years after his last. Arash Ommati of Italy is the first Pokémon Video Game Champion from Europe, winning the Masters Division.

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October 2013

Pokémon X and Pokémon Y

Pokémon X and Pokémon Y are released globally for Nintendo 3DS systems on October 12, the first simultaneous global launch of a Pokémon video game. Fairy-type Pokémon make their first appearance in a video game.

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October 2013

Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened

Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened, the 16th Pokémon movie, debuts on October 19.

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November 2013

Pokémon Origins

The four-part special Pokémon Origins premieres on Pokémon TV on November 15.

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January 2014

Pokémon Season 17

Pokémon the Series: XY, the 17th season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere on Cartoon Network.

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February 2014

Pokémon Bank

Pokémon Bank is released for Nintendo 3DS systems on February 5.

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February 2014

Pokémon TCG: XY

The Pokémon TCG: XY expansion is released on February 5. It is the first expansion to feature Fairy-type Pokémon and Mega Evolution Pokémon.

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March 2014

Pokémon Battle Trozei

Pokémon Battle Trozei is released for Nintendo 3DS systems on March 20.

With the help of his trusty Pachirisu, Se Jun Park becomes the first South Korean Video Game World Champion, winning the Masters Division title. Andrew Estrada of Canada wins the Pokémon TCG Masters Division title, denying 2012 World Champion Igor Costa's shot at repeating.

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October 2014

Pokémon Art Academy

Pokémon Art Academy is released for Nintendo 3DS systems on October 24.

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October 2014

The Pokémon TCG Online on iPad

The Pokémon Trading Card Game Online launches for iPad, letting players compete on the go.

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October 2014

Camp Pokémon

Camp Pokémon launches for iPhone and iPad devices, introducing young Trainers to the world of Pokémon.

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November 2014

Pokémon TCG: XY—Phantom Forces

The Pokémon TCG: XY—Phantom Forces expansion is released on November 5, featuring Team Flare and Pokémon Spirit Link cards.

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November 2014

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire are released for Nintendo 3DS systems on November 21.

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November 2014

Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction

Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, the 17th Pokémon movie, debuts on November 8.

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February 2015

Pokémon Season 18

Pokémon the Series: XY Kalos Quest, the 18th season of Pokémon animation, has its TV premiere on Cartoon Network.

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February 2015

Pokémon TCG: XY—Primal Clash

The Pokémon TCG: XY—Primal Clash expansion is released on February 4, introducing Ancient Traits and Primal Reversion Pokémon. Wailord-EX broke the HP record with 250 HP.

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February 2015

Pokémon Shuffle

Pokémon Shuffle is released for Nintendo 3DS systems on February 18.

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April 2015

Pokémon Rumble World

Pokémon Rumble World is released for Nintendo 3DS systems on April 8.

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August 2015

Pokémon TCG: XY—Ancient Origins

The Pokémon TCG: XY—Ancient Origins expansion is released on August 12, the first appearance of the Mythical Pokémon Hoopa.

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August 2015

2015 Pokémon World Championships

Japanese players make a roaring comeback in the Pokémon Video Game World Championships, sweeping all three age divisions.

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September 2015

Pokémon Shuffle Mobile

Pokémon Shuffle Mobile is released for iPad, iPhone, and Android devices.

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November 2015

Pokémon TCG: XY—BREAKthrough

The Pokémon TCG: XY—BREAKthrough expansion is released on November 4, with the introduction of Pokémon BREAK and Stadium cards with two different effects.

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November 2015

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon is released for Nintendo 3DS systems on November 20.

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December 2015

Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages

Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages, the 18th Pokémon movie, debuts on December 12.

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February 2016

Pokémon Season 19

Pokémon the Series: XYZ, the 19th season of Pokémon animation, will premiere on February 20.

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February 2016

Pokémon TCG: XY—BREAKpoint

The Pokémon TCG: XY—BREAKpoint expansion will be released on February 3, introducing more powerful Pokémon BREAK and Pokémon-EX.

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February 2016

Special Edition Pokémon Nintendo 3DS Systems!

Coming in February: limited-edition New Nintendo 3DS bundles that come with Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue pre-installed! Each New Nintendo 3DS Pokémon 20th Anniversary bundle comes with special Pokémon faceplates featuring artwork from the original games.

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February 2016

Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, and Pokémon Yellow

Return to where Pokémon began with three classic games with Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, and Pokémon Yellow for systems in the Nintendo 3DS family. The games remain true to the originals, complete with monochromatic pixel art and 4-bit background music. Check out all three on Nintendo eShop.

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2016

Pokkén Tournament for Wii U

Pokkén Tournament will be released for Wii U in spring.

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2016

Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO, a brand-new way to catch and play Pokémon, will be released in 2016.